Fox News Hourly Update – 8AM ET 10/15/2025 Newscast

Host: Dave Anthony
Date: October 15, 2025
Episode Overview:
This newscast delivers updates on the Gaza ceasefire and hostage situation, Russia-Ukraine conflict, immigration enforcement clashes in the US, Supreme Court voting rights case, the posthumous honors for Charlie Kirk, the ongoing federal government shutdown, and sports highlights from MLB playoffs.

Main Topics & Key Discussion Points

1. Gaza Ceasefire and Hostage Situation

• President Trump Issues Warning to Hamas
  • President Trump warns Hamas to disarm, or face potential forceful actions by Israel and its allies.
    • Quote: “They will disarm and if they don’t disarm, we will disarm them and it’ll happen quickly and perhaps violently.” — President Trump [00:09]
• Update on Hostages
  • Hamas releases the bodies of three more hostages, with 21 believed to remain inside Gaza.
    • Quote: “The bodies of three additional hostages were released by Hamas. The total that remain inside Gaza stands at 21.” — Trey Yingst [00:21]
• Dangers for Palestinian Civilians
  • Reports of executions by Hamas targeting individuals accused of collaborating with Israel or stealing aid.
    • Quote: “There’s also an incredibly dangerous environment for Palestinian civilians as Hamas has executed a number of people accused of stealing aid and working with Israel.” — Trey Yingst [00:32]

2. Russia-Ukraine War and US Response

• Potential US Weapon Deliveries
  • The US considers sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine, provoking a warning from Russia about escalation.
• NATO Meeting & New Arms Initiative
  • Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, reporting from NATO in Brussels, mentions an upcoming meeting between President Trump and Ukraine’s President Zelensky.
  • Hegseth advocates for strength and invests in Ukraine’s defense through the Pearl initiative (Prioritized Ukraine requirements list).
    • Quote: “You get peace when you are strong, not when you use strong words or wag your finger. You get it when you have strong and real capabilities that adversaries respect.” — Pete Hegseth [01:01]
    • The Pearl initiative expedites American weapons delivery to Ukraine. [01:11]

3. US Immigration Enforcement Protests & State Response

• Clashes Over Immigration Raids
  • In Chicago, protests and violence erupt during immigration raids; agents use tear gas.
• LA County Declares State of Emergency
  • Emergency declaration seeks more state and federal resources for issues ranging from rent to legal aid.
  • ICE responds critically:
    • Quote: “The only state of emergency is the one that residents of Los Angeles face after electing officials who give a middle finger to the law.” — ICE Representative [01:31]

4. Supreme Court Reviews Louisiana Redistricting

• The US Supreme Court hears a significant voting rights case about congressional redistricting in Louisiana for the second time. [01:51]

5. Foreign Nationals Expelled Over Social Media Posts

• State Department Action
  • Six foreign nationals have their visas revoked for posting or celebrating the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk. [02:14]
  • This takes place the same day President Trump honors Kirk posthumously.

6. Posthumous Honors for Charlie Kirk

• Presidential Medal of Freedom
  • President Trump pays tribute to the late Charlie Kirk, calling him “a fearless warrior of liberty.”
    • Quote: “We’re entering his name forever into the eternal roster of true American heroes. He’s a true American hero, an amazing person.” — President Trump [02:38]
  • Kirk’s widow, Erica, accepts the medal, remembering Kirk’s ideals:
    • Quote: “Freedom is the ability to do what is right without fear. And that’s how he lived.” — Erica Kirk [02:56]
  • Kirk was assassinated during a campus event in Utah last month. [03:05]

7. Government Shutdown Continues

• Day 15 of the Shutdown
  • “Hundreds of thousands” of federal workers remain furloughed; essential personnel keep working.
  • Senator Ashley Moody commends efforts to protect funding for military and law enforcement.
    • Quote: “Kudos to President Trump and others that are saying we’re going to try and find ways within our authority to fund the troops and fund our federal law enforcement officers.” — Senator Ashley Moody [03:19]
  • Another Senate vote fails to end funding stalemate between parties. [03:27]

8. Economic & Sports Update

• Markets:
  • Dow and Nasdaq futures both up around 200 points. [03:41]
• MLB Playoffs:
  • Dodgers pitcher Yoshi Yamamoto throws first complete playoff game in eight years, leading LA to a 5–1 win and a 2–0 lead in the NLCS over the Milwaukee Brewers.
    • Quote: “And Yoshi Yamamoto with his crown jewel as a Dodger.” — President Trump [03:46]
  • Seattle holds a 2–0 lead over Toronto in the ALCS. [03:52]

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• On Gaza Ceasefire:

  • President Trump: “They will disarm and if they don’t disarm, we will disarm them and it’ll happen quickly and perhaps violently.” [00:09]

• On Strength and Peace:

  • Pete Hegseth: “You get peace when you are strong, not when you use strong words or wag your finger. You get it when you have strong and real capabilities that adversaries respect.” [01:01]

• On Immigration Enforcement:

  • ICE Representative: “The only state of emergency is the one that residents of Los Angeles face after electing officials who give a middle finger to the law.” [01:31]

• On Honoring Charlie Kirk:

  • President Trump: “We’re entering his name forever into the eternal roster of true American heroes. He’s a true American hero, an amazing person.” [02:38]
  • Erica Kirk: “Freedom is the ability to do what is right without fear. And that’s how he lived.” [02:56]

• On Government Shutdown:

  • Senator Ashley Moody: “Kudos to President Trump and others that are saying we’re going to try and find ways within our authority to fund the troops and fund our federal law enforcement officers.” [03:19]

• Sports Highlight:

  • President Trump: “And Yoshi Yamamoto with his crown jewel as a Dodger.” [03:46]

Timestamps by Segment

• [00:02] Gaza ceasefire and hostages
• [00:21] Update from Tel Aviv on hostage releases
• [00:41] Russia-Ukraine war, US and NATO response
• [01:20] Immigration raids and protests
• [01:51] Supreme Court on Louisiana redistricting
• [02:14] Foreign nationals’ visas revoked, Charlie Kirk honored
• [03:12] Government shutdown and impacts
• [03:41] Markets and MLB playoffs updates

This concise update covers the principal developments in US and world news, marked by a brisk tone and memorable commentary from both officials and FOX News correspondents.